Mackayla is struggling to overcome the death of her mother that occurred one year ago. She has started missing school, drinking
heavily, and closing herself off from friends. She is debating whether or not to seek professional help for her anxiety and depression. What benefits may result from Mackayla getting help from a mental health care professional? Check all that apply. Her chances of dropping out of school may decrease. She may develop skills and strategies to cope with her grief. She may discover that she has deeper mental issues. Her ability to develop long-term relationships may improve. Her popularity among friends may increase.
Answer: If she decides to seek help for her anxiety and depression she may <u>develop skills and strategies to cope with her grief.</u>She may also<u>decrease her chances of dropping out of school. </u>
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Explanation:
By seeking professional help with her depression and anxiety, Mackayla will learn how to cope with her mother's death. She will learn coping skills that will help her to stop drinking and closing herself off from friends. She will also be able to attend school since she is seeking treatment and learning coping skills. If she doesn't seek help, she will only spiral into greater depression and addiction to drinking.
A medical professional would definitely not approve of quick weight loss, A med. professional would more likely recommend a neurologist for ADHD symptoms like Chris has, and they would recommend a supplement like acidophilus for digestive disorders like Diane's lactose intolerance, so I believe the answer is the last choice given.
